One of the first things a lot of people do when they realize they’re dealing with back pain or injuries is seek out others who have had similar experiences. Back pain is one of those things you don’t mess around with or handle casually; there are usually a few options as to what to do about a given problem, and it can be reassuring – or simply educational – to get advice from a chiropractor you know or trust.

Many people think growing older goes hand in hand with declining health. However, with careful lifestyle choices, your golden years can be the best ones of your life. Here’s how to ensure you stay happy and healthy throughout your senior years.

Iliotibial band syndrome (sometimes called ITB Syndrome or ITBS) is a common runner’s condition. It can account for up to 22% of the overuse injuries in runners, caused by repeated trauma rather than a specific incident.

Herniated disc, also known as a slipped disc, is a relatively common condition. It can occur on any part the spine, but most often affects the lower back or neck region.

Herniated disc most commonly develops as a result of the normal aging process. Other causes include overuse and trauma to the spine. Genetic factors also have a big contribution to the development of disc degeneration and sequence herniation.

Knee pain is a pain localized in or around the knee. The pain usually is anterior, which means it’s felt at the front of the knee. But the pain also may be felt at the sides, back or along the joint line of the knee.

It is common pain and can occur suddenly or over a period of time, often difficult to pinpoint or describe it, and can affect people of all ages. Numerous things can cause knee pain, such as cartilage tear, ligament tear, arthritis or muscle problems.

Many people injure their backs while bending or lifting objects in the wrong way. A recent survey taken by the American Physical Therapy Association reports that nearly two-thirds of the Americans experience low back pain, and nearly half of the cases are due to improper bending and lifting techniques.

There is an ongoing battle between massage therapy and chiropractic. Which one is the real winner? Okay no battles really. Massage therapy and chiropractic work best in tandem.

Chiropractic care and massage therapy are often confused about being the same or very similar. While they may share some similarities, they are very different treatments. Both are effective at preventing some conditions and improving the healing process while providing pain relief.

Although there are several health-minded actions seniors can take to maintain their health, sometimes illness and injury are unavoidable. Medicare can be a blessing to many seniors, but it can get a little complicated when it comes time to enroll. You’ll have to navigate specific sign-up times, complicated forms, legal jargon, and seemingly infinite supplementary plans to choose from. Hopefully, these tips can put you on the right track.